UN High Commissioner expresses concern over justice system allegedly used to harass journalists and activists in Bangladesh

In a media release, the High Commissioner said, “I am concerned by allegations that the justice system is being used to harass human rights lawyers, journalists and civil society leaders. I encourage the investigation of alleged enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in line with international standards. Volker Turk said. “In Bangladesh, I am concerned that […]

Shamim Ashraf cyber security case: public interest vs crime Graphic designer arrested and prosecuted

How can posters like 'City dwellers want servers, not exploiters' or 'Why are people burdened with withholding tax' become defamatory for anyone? There is no law in the country prohibiting putting up posters on civic issues and concerns. Raising voice on these issues of public interest cannot be considered a crime. It is alleged that […]

Urge Bangladesh to address serious human rights abuses: HRW calls for action

On 14 November, UN experts said that “As Bangladesh heads towards national elections in early 2024, we expect a sharp increase in political violence, including the arrest of senior opposition leaders, the mass arbitrary detention of thousands of political activists, Very troubled by the use of excessive force. There was an internet shutdown by authorities […]

UN members should demand accountability from Bangladesh for human rights violations: Amnesty

Amnesty International stressed that extrajudicial executions and enforced disappearances have continued with worrying frequency over the past five years, even as governments have taken steps to prevent, investigate and bring to justice those responsible for these human rights crimes. Supported the recommendations to enhance the efforts of UPR. Since then, Amnesty International has investigated and […]